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Ep. 116: Drama

Ep. 116: Drama

by | Jul 18, 2023 | Parenting, Podcast, Stereotypes

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Why are teens so full of drama?

Teenage drama can be exhausting for parents, teachers, and teens alike. So how can caring adults acknowledge teenagers’ BIG emotions without feeding the drama cycle? Join Karlie Duke as she talks about ways to guide kids through emotional regulation, social difficulties, and more.

Check out these resources on teens and drama.

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Ep. 115: Anger

Ep. 115: Anger

by | Jul 11, 2023 | Parenting, Podcast, Stereotypes

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Is it normal for a teenager to be angry all the time​?

Being a teenager is like riding an emotional rollercoaster, and parents often ask, “why is my teen so angry?”. Chris dives into why the stereotype of the angry or annoyed teenager isn’t entirely wrong, but it isn’t right either.

Listen for background information on why your teen may seem mad and how to help channel that emotion into a state of better self-awareness.

Check out these resources on teens and anger.

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Ep: 114: Sneaking

Ep: 114: Sneaking

by | Jul 4, 2023 | Parenting, Podcast, Stereotypes

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How do you deal with sneaking?

When teens start sneaking around to get what they want or need, it can be tempting to freak out and “lay down the law.” Tobin offers a different perspective on what might be behind sneaky behavior and how to talk about it with your teenager.

Check out these resources on teens and sneaking

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Tobin Hodges

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Ep. 113: Gossip

Ep. 113: Gossip

by | Jun 27, 2023 | Mental Health, Parenting, Podcast, Stereotypes

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Gossip affects all age groups, but for teenagers it can be especially harmful. Between whispers in the hallways, text messages, social media, and other media, gossip is a particularly difficult terrain for teens to navigate. Karlie Duke talks about why teens might gossip, as well as strategies for helping teenagers avoid participating in the rumor mill.

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Karlie Duke

Karlie Duke

Director of Communications

Karlie was in one of Teen Life’s original support groups and has always had a heart for teenagers and the vulnerable life stage they are in. She has a wealth of experience to share from working with teens in ministry and leading support groups.

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Ep. 112: Lying

Ep. 112: Lying

by | Jun 20, 2023 | Parenting, Podcast, Stereotypes

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What do I do when my teen is lying?

 

Lying feels personal, but what if it’s not?

In fact, 98% of teenagers worldwide lie to their parents.

That’s not a typo. Ninety-eight percent.

So, the bad news is that your teen is probably lying to you. But the good news is that it’s not really about you.

In episode 112, Chris Robey talks about what’s really happening most of the time when teens lie and how to handle tough conversations about dishonesty.

Check out these resources on teenagers and lying.

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Chris Robey

Chris Robey

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Chris has worked with teens from a variety of backgrounds for over a decade. He has a desire to help teenagers make good choices while also giving their families tools to communicate more effectively as choices are made.

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